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Org. Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. The overall objective of the UNEP's Division of Technology, Industry and Economics (DTIE) is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities (http://www.unep.fr/). This post is located in the Division of Technology, Industry and Economics (DTIE), Energy Branch, Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) Secretariat at the Paris duty station.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the UNEP/DTIE Head, CCAC Secretariat, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Engage CCAC partners for Communication:
• Ensure timely implementation of the CCAC Communication and Outreach Strategy in close coordination with the CCAC Communications group to publicise priority issues and major events;
• Target and motivate communication champions from the CCAC partnership to engage in the communication workplan;
• Identify the best tools to share information with partners, and to gather information needed to deliver on the Communications and Outreach Strategy;
• Liaise with lead partners, experts of the Scientific Advisory Panel to craft stories that communicate the coalition’s work and mission to the target groups in the Communications and Outreach Strategy;
• Monitor CCAC initiative activities for communication opportunities suited for the website and lead/guide CCAC partners to produce the best suited web communications products;
• Engage UNEP and its regional offices to support the Coalition in the dissemination of information.

Website and Social Media: Coordinate and build engagement through the CCAC website in line with the Communications and Outreach Strategy:

• Function as the ‘Editor’ and ‘Web Manager’ of the website, including being the focal point for any changes requested by Secretariat colleagues or partners, responding to website enquiries, addressing problems, and other associated tasks;
• Ensure content is in line with the Strategy: that the website is the global hub of information on reducing short-lived climate pollutants and the Coalition;
• Coordinate and ensure the production of inputs by Secretariat colleagues and CCAC partners;
• Draft and edit content as required;
• Develop a social media work plan and lead its implementation in order to push content to target groups;
• Examine website analytics data and make recommendations to the Head of the Secretariat for targeted content, tools or other media accordingly.

Media and Network Relations: Advise and support the Head of the Secretariat and other key CCAC partners in the engagement of the press and media in line with the Communications and Outreach Strategy:

• Develop and implement a media strategy and action plan, initiate proactive media outreach efforts, propose and arrange press conference/media coverage;
• Undertake activities to promote media (such as press conferences, interview, press releases or seminars, drafting social media) of priority issues and major events;
• Monitor public opinion and press, identify issues and trends, and advise the Head of the Secretariat on the management and appropriate action/responses;
• Monitor opportunities for media engagement, including through climate, environment and development media services;
• Disseminate materials and consult with press on approach/story angle and other information requests, undertake appropriate follow-up action and analyse and report on the impact of coverage;
• Draft stories for the CCAC website and push content to media or other contacts;
• Engage with key CCAC partners with large dissemination networks.

Other External Communication: Coordinate the CCAC’s communication activities in line with the Communications and Outreach Strategy:

• Monitor opportunities for relevant side events and keep the Secretariat’s joint calendar up-to-date, and liaise with colleagues as needed, on organisational matters;
• Coordinate any CCAC external communication campaigns, together with the Communications group;
• Assist and engage relevant colleagues in the organisation of side events and other outreach events with CCAC partners, and coordinate the CCAC partner-driven Communication group, including convening meetings and prepare required documentation;
• Make recommendations to the Head of the Secretariat based on input from Secretariat colleagues and the CCAC Communications group, for new external communication products or tools;
• Coordinate and oversee production of specific type (such as print, broadcast) of CCAC communication products (such as press kits, releases, feature articles, speeches, brochures, audio-visual materials and radio spot programme); undertake research, determine appropriate medium and target audience, prepare production plans, write drafts, obtain clearances, finalise texts, edit copy, and coordinate design approval, print procedures and distribution.
• Perform other related work as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Ability to apply various United Nations administrative rules and regulations in work situations. Good analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to participate in the resolution of issues; ability to apply good judgement in the context of assignments given Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills (written and spoken), including the ability to draft a variety of communication materials such as reports, briefings, newsletters in a clear and concise style and summarise and convey key messages to a wide range of audiences, governments, media, private sector and other professionals, convincing interaction with a wide range of partners and stakeholders, including governments, media and consumers. Ability to develop and coordinate communication campaigns and interaction with media and journalists. Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Gives and welcomes feedback.
• Creativity: Capacity to develop new and different ways to solve problems and meet client needs; ability to inspire and persuade team members, partners and external stakeholders and to consider new ways of thinking that lead to solutions beyond traditional approaches, including taking calculated risks on new ideas and concepts.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in communication to
decision-makers in governments and private sector, and the broader public at national and
international levels is required. Experience with the media and public relations sector or
related field is required. Experience n the organisation of environmental dialogues and
public consultations and communication campaigns, is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.